Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Toyota Corolla Cross has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £, while the Subaru Forester costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3000 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Cross manages with 4.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla Cross has a evident edge – offering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Subaru Forester performs minimal better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is noticeable lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1693 kg. The difference is around 313 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Subaru Forester offers to a small extent more room – 508 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs noticeable better – up to 1731 L, which is about 394 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross somewhat takes the win – 560 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.
The Toyota Corolla Cross proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Corolla Cross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34700 - 42200 £
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Price
31700 - 41900 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
183 g/km
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co2
112 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
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Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
508 L
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Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
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Length
4670 mm
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Length
4460 mm
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Width
1830 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1730 mm
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Height
1620 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
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Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
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Payload
446 - 492 kg
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Payload
515 - 560 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
140 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
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Max Speed
188 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Torque
182 Nm
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Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
103 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Subaru
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Brand
Toyota
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The Subaru Forester is available as All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.